Mercedes R class 2010 vs Chrysler Grand Voyager 2011
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 3.0 Diesel | 3.6 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 190 HP | 283 HP | |
| Torque: | 440 NM | 352 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.5 seconds | n/a seconds | |
| Mercedes R class engine produces 93 HP less power than Chrysler Grand Voyager, but torque is 88 NM more than Chrysler Grand Voyager. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.6 | 11.6 | |
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The Mercedes R class is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Mercedes R class consumes 4 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Chrysler Grand Voyager, which means that by driving the Mercedes R class over 15,000 km in a year you can save 600 litres of fuel. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | Front wheel drive (FWD) | |
| Front-wheel drive cars (Chrysler Grand Voyager) have better traction on slippery roads and when climbing hills, better fuel economy, and are less expensive to purchase. On the disadvantage side, FWD cars usually have less towing capacity, poorer acceleration and harder handling. Rear-wheel drive cars (Mercedes R class) have better handling on dry roads, better acceleration, more even weight distribution and more fun to drive. RWD is also better for towing large loads. The cons of rear-wheel drive are less interior and trunk space and more difficulty maneuvering in wet and snowy conditions. | |||
Engines | |||
| Engine production duration: | 20 years | 15 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Mercedes E klase, Mercedes ML | Installed on at least 9 other car models, including Jeep Grand Cherokee, Chrysler Town & Country | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. | |||
| Chrysler Grand Voyager 2011 3.6 engine: The variable valve timing regulators, oil pump, water pump, and thermostat are known for their limited lifespan. Another common issue is the clogging of oil channels with wear particles.
After ... More about Chrysler Grand Voyager 2011 3.6 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.92 m | 5.18 m | |
| Width: | 1.92 m | 2.00 m | |
| Height: | 1.67 m | 1.75 m | |
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Mercedes R class is smaller. Mercedes R class is 25 cm shorter than the Chrysler Grand Voyager, 8 cm narrower, while the height of Mercedes R class is 8 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 550 litres | no data | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1950 litres | no data | |
| Turning diameter: | 11.8 meters | 12.07 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mercedes R class is 0.27 metres less than that of the Chrysler Grand Voyager. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`840 | 2`690 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 11 800 | 8600 | |
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